Cook County, MN — Threat Level Today
As of Jul 15, 10:26 AM ET, Cook County, Minnesota is at ELEVATED (69/100 on the GridWatch threat index). The primary driver is AQI 681 (Hazardous) — PM2.5.
Updated Jul 15, 10:26 AM ET · 14 federal data sources
69 /100
ELEVATED
Active threats affecting this area.
- ▸ AQI 681 (Hazardous) — PM2.5
- ▸ South Shore Drive fire 3.6 mi away
- ▸ Thunderstorms expected Friday Night
Current Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| WEATHER ALERTS | 2 active — Air Quality Alert |
| ACTIVE WILDFIRES | South Shore Drive 3.6 mi · Sunfish Rx (prescribed) 16.6 mi |
| RIVER FLOODING | All nearby gauges normal |
| AIR QUALITY | AQI 681 (Hazardous) |
| EARTHQUAKES (30D) | M2.9 strongest in region |
| POWER GRID | Midwest at 72.4% of 7-day peak · 0% of Minnesota customers out |
| FEMA DECLARATIONS (90D) | None in Minnesota |
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